0.68 Ct. Alexandrite from Madagascar

One beautiful transparent zero point six eight carat cushion shape green to brown alexandrite from Madagascar arrives as a small but extraordinary testament to the enduring language of fine gems, an object that speaks as loudly of history as it does of contemporary conscience. Measuring five point one six by four point eight zero by three point one seven millimeters, this gem is fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillating fire with a classic silhouette, creating a stone that feels both at home in a Georgian signet and in a modern bespoke ring. Its color changes from a fresh green in fluorescent light to a warm brown in incandescent light, a trait that has fascinated gem collectors for nearly two centuries, and here it is presented with intense color intensity, an excellent polish, and a clarity grade of very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a level of natural character that confirms its authenticity and provenance. No enhancement has been applied to alter its natural state, ensuring that what you see is the original voice of the earth, and The Natural Gemstone Company is proud to offer this gem with the traceable origin noted as Madagascar, a source that is increasingly recognized for producing some of the world most compelling alexandrite specimens.

Alexandrite carries a storied past, discovered in the nineteenth century and named in honor of a young tsar, a gem whose chameleon like temperament has long made it a symbol of balance and transformation. Through the ages it has been prized by those who value legacy and rarity, a stone that can be passed from one generation to the next without ever feeling dated, because its appeal rests on elemental qualities rather than fleeting fashion. The cushion shape that frames this particular alexandrite is itself a design with deep roots, beloved for the way its rounded corners soften the jewel while the mixed brilliant facets return light with an animated depth, encouraging a timeless presence on the hand or close to the heart. For collectors who cherish lineage and story, this gem offers a connection to the continuum of gem history, a reminder that fine jewelry has always been as much about the provenance and journey of a stone as it is about the moment it is worn.

Responsibly sourcing this alexandrite from Madagascar has allowed us to honor a modern commitment to ethical practice, a commitment that sits at the center of the conscious consumer movement. We work with partners who prioritize fair remuneration for miners, who invest in local community development, and who follow rigorous protocols to minimize environmental disturbance and to rehabilitate working sites after extraction. When a stone arrives untouched by treatment, with no enhancement, it represents the full expression of place, and it also signifies that the path from mine to market respected both the people and the land involved. The Natural Gemstone Company ensures documentation and careful chain of custody for each gem we curate, so a buyer can carry the confidence that a piece acquired today will tell a clear and positive story in years to come. For those building a collection with conscience, this alexandrite is an emblem of responsible stewardship, uniting natural rarity with deliberate, humane sourcing.

Beyond its provenance and ethics, this alexandrite is a jewel of practical beauty, durable enough for daily wear and refined enough to anchor an heirloom piece. With a hardness of about eight and a half on the Mohs scale, it stands up well to the rhythms of life when set with thoughtful protection, and its cushion outline makes it ideal for classic solitaire settings, halo configurations that amplify its color change, or elegant pendant work that allows its shifting hues to be admired from many angles. The intense color and superb polish mean it will catch and hold the eye, while the very slightly included clarity lends the stone an individuality that polished perfection cannot replicate. For those who prefer bespoke design, The Natural Gemstone Company offers personalized consultation to help realize a setting that honors both the gem and your values, creating an object built to travel across generations. Owning this Madagascar alexandrite is to own a fragment of geological time, and to carry forward a promise that beauty and ethics can coexist in a single, luminous treasure.